Almond Crusted Fish Sticks and Tartar Sauce
Almond Crusted Fish Sticks and Tartar Sauce https://allergyfoundation-old.local/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Almond-Crusted-Fish-Sticks-and-Tartar-Sauce-1.jpg This recipe is a fantastic adaptation of a popular family favourite, which can be enjoyed by all. It is quick...
Gluten-Free For Christmas
Going Gluten Free For Christmas Having food allergies and sensitivities can sometimes limit the excitement of holiday dinners due to the smaller number of dishes one might be able to consume. Any time of the year is a minefield for people with coeliac disease, but...
Common Indoor Allergy Myths
Common Indoor Allergy Myths During Springtime, much of our focus is on seasonal pollen allergies. But what about the difficult to escape indoor allergies? Many indoor allergy sufferers experience symptoms year-round and may go to extreme measures to try and reduce...
Christmas mince pies
Christmas mince pies For hundreds of years this delicious fruit pie has been a traditional staple of Christmas. Warm, spicy mincemeat and a crisp pastry crust complement each other, and also go perfectly with a spoonful or two of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream....
Spacer project update
Spacer project update Twenty thousand bottles were destined for KwaZulu-Natal and here the members of the Woodcrafters’ Association of Durban came to the rescue, initially volunteering to cut the bottles. They did it so well and quickly that they were then asked to...
Coeliac Disease and the Socialite
Coeliac Disease and the Socialite Your initial diagnosis of coeliac may have led to hermit-like behaviour. Self-preservation is at the heart of many human decisions. When given a diagnosis and a successful treatment that you can control, it is not surprising one...
Dairy free ice-cream alternatives
Dairy free ice-cream alternatives These quick & easy ice-cream alternatives are deliciously creamy and perfect alongside tropical fruits - special enough for any occasion....
Are you suffering from itchy, inflamed skin? – Eczema Week 2020
Sanofi Consumer Press Release Are you suffering from itchy, inflamed skin and #scratching for answers? - Eczema Week 2020 Johannesburg, September 2020: 14 – 18 September is National Eczema Week. This week is dedicated to improving the awareness and understanding of...
All Grains Are Equal
All Grains Are Equal Written By: Kath Megaw, Clinical Paediatric Dietician BSc Dietetics Hons, Diploma Paediatric Dietetics Kath is a Coeliac Disease sufferer too “All grains are equal, but some grains are more equal than others” adapted from George Orwell, Animal...
Rainbow Veggie Quinoa Risotto
Rainbow Veggie Quinoa Risotto This is a colourful, easy-to-make recipe, and is free of all common allergens 25 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: 1/2 punnet mushrooms sliced 1 cup baby spinach 1 medium baby marrow, sliced 1 medium yellow pepper, diced 1 cup quinoa, cooked...
Innovative bottle spacers for asthma spread across the country
Innovative bottle spacers for asthma spread across the country An innovative approach is set to make a huge impact on treating asthma in South Africa, made more critical during the coronavirus pandemic. Asthma treatment is usually given by an inhaler, but to get...
HAE global awareness day for a rare life-threatening primary immunodeficiency
HAE global awareness day for a rare life-threatening primary immunodeficiency Press Release 15 May 2020 Patient organizations from around the world will come together on Friday 16 May to support a global awareness day for the rare, potentially life-threatening primary...
Low Carb Gluten Free Sandwich Bread
Low Carb Gluten Free Sandwich Bread Free from: gluten, wheat, nuts, soya Allergy Sense, page 203 40 minutes Makes 1 small loaf (12 slices) Ingredients: 6 large free range eggs 1 tbsp xylitol ½ cup melted unsalted butter plus extra for greasing ¾ cup coconut flour 1...
Mini shepherd’s pies
Mini shepherd’s pies Dairy, peanut, soy, gluten and wheat substitutes are available – see below. 45 minutes serves 6 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1/4 cup milk 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup wholewheat flour 1/2 tsp salt 2/3 cup coconut oil, soft but...
Colour Me Allergic
Colour Me Allergic Hair dyes and temporary dark henna tattoos may cause allergic reactions. Para-phenylenediamine (PPD) is a preferred component of hair dyes and black henna tattoos due to the long lasting, natural black pigmentation that it imparts. The base PPD is...
Palforzia is the first FDA approved drug to be used for peanut OIT
Palforzia is the first FDA approved drug to be used for peanut OIT Peanut allergy, an increasingly prevalent health condition, has previously been managed by strict avoidance and appropriate treatment of any accidental exposures. Studies estimate the risk of...
Nut free chocolate spread and “Nutella-like” cheese cake
Nut free chocolate spread and "Nutella-like" cheese cake This month is World Nutella Day and for those with nut allergies you needn’t feel left out with this nut free chocolate spread and Nutella-like/nut free cheesecake. Cheesecake is synonymous with New York City...
Probiotic Reduces Crying Time in Colicky Infants
Probiotic Reduces Crying Time in Colicky Infants Can anything help colic? The word colic is associated with exhaustion, anxiety and helplessness for many parents. Colic is actually defined as crying for more than three hours, for three or more days per week over a...
Itching to know….about HIVES
Itching to know….about HIVES Urticaria, also known as hives, are pale red bumps or plaques (wheals) on the skin that appear suddenly and typically come and go, with each lesion lasting less than 24 hours. Hives usually itch, but can also burn or sting. Pressing the...
Why is adrenaline so important? Correct dosage information for weight
Why is adrenaline so important? Correct dosage information for weight With the current stock shortages of EpiPen Jr® (Junior) in South Africa, we are once again reminded of the importance of access to adrenaline in case of a severe reaction. Early injection of...